Petitgrain Oil

Petitgrain Oil, distilled from the leaves and sometimes the twigs and unripe fruit of the Citrus aurantium tree, is a versatile essential oil with a fresh, floral, and slightly herbaceous aroma. This oil captures the essence of the bitter orange tree, offering a less citrusy and more woody-floral scent profile compared to neroli and bitter orange oils. Known for its fresh, uplifting character, Petitgrain Oil is a favored choice in aromatherapy, natural skincare, and perfumery.

In aromatherapy, Petitgrain Oil is renowned for its fresh, balanced scent. It's a popular choice for creating a pleasant atmosphere when diffused.

Petitgrain Oil is also written petit grain oil, and it is sometimes sold as bitter orange leaf oil. The name comes from the French for small grains, a nod to the small unripe fruit once used to make it. The scent is fresh, green and woody-floral with a light citrus lift, greener and more herbal than neroli, which makes it a classic ingredient in eau de cologne, natural perfumes and soap.

The composition of Petitgrain Oil, rich in linalyl acetate, linalool, and myrcene, gives it its distinctive fresh, floral character.

Common Uses: Petitgrain Oil is incorporated into skincare products for its fresh, balancing scent. It's also used in perfumes and colognes for its refreshing and sophisticated scent, and in natural cleaning products for its fresh fragrance.

Blends well with: Bergamot, Lavender, Rosemary, and Sandalwood, as well as other citrus and floral oils. These combinations enhance Petitgrain Oil's floral and herbaceous qualities, creating aromatic blends.

Aromatic Scent: Petitgrain Oil offers a fresh, floral, and slightly woody aroma with a hint of citrus, providing a fresh and uplifting olfactory experience.

Like all concentrated essential oils, Petitgrain Oil is for aromatic and external use only. Keep it away from eyes, children and pets, and dilute it well in a carrier oil before it touches skin.

Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium

Plant Part: Leaves, Twigs, and Unripe Fruit